GRE Word List

PHYSIOGNOMY

the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance

The meaning of the word physiognomy is the art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance.

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WordMeaning
deciduousfalling off or shed seasonally or at a certain stage of development in the life cycle
foliagea representation of leaves, flowers, and branches for architectural ornamentation
smotherto kill by depriving of air
lineagedescent in a line from a common progenitor
legacya gift by will especially of money or other personal property : bequest
inconsequentialof no significance : unimportant
impalpableincapable of being felt by touch : intangible
buffoona ludicrous figure : clown
petulantinsolent or rude in speech or behavior
recipientone that receives : receiver